1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP) has 250 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1084 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Aston Martin |
| Model | Charade | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 97 L |
